Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo from £87

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CAI
29 Jan — 5 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Cairo are usually found in February or May, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 December 2025.

Mon 29/1216:25IST - CAI
1 stop17h 55mSAUDIA
Fri 2/111:45CAI - IST
1 stop8h 25mSAUDIA
Deal found 29/12£370
Sun 28/1218:25IST - CAI
1 stop11h 20mSAUDIA
Wed 31/1202:50CAI - IST
1 stop13h 35mSAUDIA
Deal found 28/12£480
Tue 30/1211:35IST - CAI
1 stop9h 45mSAUDIA
Tue 30/1223:45CAI - IST
2 stops14h 00mSAUDIA
Deal found 28/12£611
Wed 31/1218:25IST - CAI
1 stop15h 10mSAUDIA
Fri 2/123:45CAI - IST
2 stops14h 00mSAUDIA
Deal found 28/12£638
Sun 28/1218:25IST - CAI
Nonstop2h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/120:40CAI - IST
Nonstop2h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 28/12£745
Wed 31/1216:40IST - CAI
2 stops10h 15mAegean Airlines
Thu 1/104:40CAI - IST
2 stops30h 05mAegean Airlines
Deal found 28/12£838
Mon 29/1218:15IST - CAI
2 stops51h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 3/117:25CAI - IST
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/12£2,844
Wed 31/1219:45IST - CAI
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/120:10CAI - IST
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12£4,395
Tue 30/1214:00IST - CAI
2 stops14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/118:50CAI - IST
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12£4,449
Tue 30/1214:00IST - CAI
2 stops14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/118:05CAI - IST
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12£4,622

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£184

One-way from

£87

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£224

Good round-trip deal

£374 or less

Good one-way deal

£193 or less
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 12/2-20/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Istanbul to Cairo
SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 21/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 55m total
  • Istanbul to Cairo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£3 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Cairo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Istanbul to Cairo.

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Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Cairo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Wed 4/3

11:35-01:55

1 stop15h 20m

Cairo

Fri 6/3

04:40-16:00

1 stop10h 20m

£239

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

20:50-02:50

1 stop6h 00m

Cairo

Fri 19/6

09:50-19:50

1 stop10h 00m

£250

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Thu 15/1

11:35-01:55

1 stop15h 20m

Cairo

Fri 23/1

04:40-10:35

1 stop4h 55m

£256

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Mon 25/5

20:50-02:50

1 stop6h 00m

Cairo

Fri 29/5

04:00-09:50

1 stop5h 50m

£268

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Thu 7/5

20:50-02:50

1 stop6h 00m

Cairo

Thu 28/5

19:55-09:50

1 stop13h 55m

£270

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Wed 8/4

20:50-01:50

1 stop6h 00m

Cairo

Mon 20/4

03:00-09:50

1 stop5h 50m

£277

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 31/1

11:35-01:55

1 stop15h 20m

Cairo

Fri 6/2

04:40-21:00

1 stop15h 20m

£280

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

11:35-20:00

1 stop9h 25m

Cairo

Thu 5/3

04:40-03:10

1 stop21h 30m

£280

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 31/1

16:50-01:55

1 stop10h 05m

Cairo

Mon 2/2

20:55-03:10

1 stop5h 15m

£280

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Tue 27/1

06:30-01:55

1 stop20h 25m

Cairo

Tue 3/2

20:55-03:10

1 stop5h 15m

£281

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 26 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of £59). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of £165). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 December 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo by exploring options for tickets at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated 30 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Egyptair, andNile Air from Istanbul Airport to Cairo. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairo from Istanbul?

    For a flight from Istanbul to Cairo, you will be flying into Cairo. Cairo (CAI) is just 11.5 mi from the center of the city. Cairo is the only Cairo airport and it handles 14 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 5 airlines have flights to Cairo from Istanbul on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Departing from Istanbul Airport to Cairo will take you 2h 25m. Istanbul Airport and Cairo are separated by a distance of 785 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo round-trip?

    Flying on Ajet is currently your cheapest option to Cairo, with prices starting at £71. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Cairo and Nile Air, with the lowest prices starting at £79 and £98, respectively. Users have found that Ajet is 64% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cairo one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ajet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £71. However, be on the lookout for offers from Nile Air and Air Cairo, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Cairo for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Consider LOT (84%), Egyptair (75%) or Turkish Airlines (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £92. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Cairo) can be booked for £128 on average, our data indicates £460 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of £59). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of £165). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to Cairo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AjetCheapest£74Average£170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CairoCheapest£96Average£175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Nile AirCheapest£104Average£175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapest£186Average£214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£219Average£286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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